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Felony Charge Against Top NHL Prospect Gavin McKenna Dropped

Prosecutors have officially dropped the felony assault charge against Gavin McKenna, a highly regarded Penn State hockey player and potential No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft. The decision to withdraw the most serious charge follows an incident in which McKenna was accused of assaulting another individual, allegedly resulting in severe injuries, including a fractured jaw. As prosecutors have stated, following careful review, McKenna will not face any felony charges related to the incident. However, there remain discussions about the implications of this case and potential misdemeanor charges as it develops.
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